Cultural day tour of Tangier
Joined 2023
This cultural tour is a combination of sightseeing and walking. Start with a drive along Tangier's International districts before heading to Cap Spartel and the Caves of Hercules passing through California zone where the Royal palace is located. The second part would be a walking tour of the Kasbah, a fortification dating from the 15th century, and its museum which served as a Royal palace since the 17th century. Visit the vibrant Medina, its monuments, and its souks including the food market.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or Tangier port/airport
Pick up from your hotel, or Tangier's port/airport
Get picked up by Rabab, a female licensed local tour guide, and a driver from your hotel, or from the port/airport if you are coming by ferry or by flight. Have a brief introduction of how your day will be spent and start your tour immediately.
Boulevard Mohammed 5th, French & Spanish districts
Have a nice drive through the main avenues of Tangier including Mohammed the 5th Boulevard, Louis Pasteur Boulevard, in addition to the French and Spanish districts, and learn about Tangier when it was an International Zone.
Cap Spartel
Arrive to Cap Spartel, the place where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. Learn about the history of the lighthouse that was built in 1864.
Optional stop for mint tea and Moroccan pastries.
Caves of Hercules
Visit the Caves of Hercules that date from the Neolithic Era and learn about its history and how the place is related to the Greek mythology.
Kasbah
Arriving to the Kasbah, have a walk in its narrow alleyways and enjoy its architecture while learning about the endless events and stories that took place here since the 15th century.
Kasbah museum
Visit the Kasbah museum that served as a Palace for Moroccan Sultans since the 17th century. The palace was built by Soultan Moulay Ismail and is now a museum with Punic and Roman remains. The architecture of the place is just breathtaking.
Lunch time (Optional)
It is recommended to have a stop for lunch and try typical Moroccan food in one of the local restaurants. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and nuts free options are available.
Medina (Grand Socco, Mendoubia gardens, food market)
After lunch, start discovering the vibrant Medina. Walk through its busy streets following the route of Matisse the French painter, and discover its markets including the food and fish market. Have a stop in the Grand Socco, discover the Mendoubia gardens.
Petit Socco
Have a visit of the Saint Andrew Anglican church or the Moshe Nahon Synagogue before ending the tour in Petit Socco. You can either have free time for shopping or enjoy mint tea in one of Tangier's legendary cafés.
End of the tour
hotel / airport drop off
Ending Point
At your hotel or Tangier port/airport
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Pick up/drop off from your hotel or any other address of your preference
- Comfortable and air conditioned transportation with a professional driver
- Licensed & knowledgeable tour guide
- Entrance fee to the Kasbah museum
- Local taxes
- Camel ride on the beach (20-30 min): $10/person
- Interior of the Caves of Hercules: $6/person
- Traditional lunch: $17/person
- American Legation: $5/person
Tour Important Information
- The Kasbah museum is closed on Tuesdays
- The American legation in closed on Sundays
- On Fridays, the Medina is less busy and some of the shops are closed as it's the day of the collective prayer. But you still can have a tour and enjoy the quietness of the city.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Rababe E.
Proud of the Moroccan long history and rich culture, my passion is to share my country's heritage with visitors.
Holder of a masters degree in hotel operations management, and having accumulated an experience of 8 years as a travel agency manager, I am one of the fewer knowledgeable licensed female tour guides in Morocco.
Reviews
“Great Tour of Tangier”
Rababe was great. She would never push you to buy merchandise from a vendor. She took us to local places so we saw the real life of Moroccans. The tour was well-organized and we saw all the highlights of Tangier. Thank you Rababe for this great tour.
Rababe E.
Thank you Patrick for taking time to write this beautiful review. It was my pleasure meeting you and your lovely wife, and showing you Tangier. Come back soon for a longer tour of Morocco. Warm regards from Tangier !
“Perfect day in the market! ”
We had such a great time with Rababe! She was punctual, professional and friendly and gave us lots of information about the market and Moroccan culture and history. She was very patient with us as we took numerous photos, asked questions and entered multiple shops. We would not have had the same experience without her, she absolutely enhanced our day. Our only regret is we had to leave! We have since told many other travellers about our experience and encouraged them to seek out Rababe for an amazing day in the casbah.
Rababe E.
Thank you so much for the lovely review ! You are always welcome here, come back soon and spend more time in Tangier and Morocco. My greetings to your wonderful parents :)
“Warm welcome in Tangier”
With a last minute itinerary change, we were most fortunate to schedule a tasting/walking tour with Rababe. Extremely personable and knowledgeable, she offered significant insight into Tangier's history, culture, religion, people and food while navigating the streets of the Medina and kasbah. We were quick to note that Rababe is a considerate, genuine, warm and kind woman. During a return visit we will be privileged to once again spend some time with Rababe, further exploring her wonderful City and the many culinary delights offered.
Rababe E.
Thank you so much for taking time to review my services. It was a pleasure meeting you and leading your food tour of Tangier. Looking forward to welcoming you back for a longer tour of Morocco.
$180/ per group
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